CHERRY ALMOND MINI LOAVES

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Plenty of good things come in these little loaves featuring golden raisins and cherries. There's a surprise- the creamy almond filling- in every scrumptious bite.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 mini loaves.

Number Of Ingredients 17

3/4 cup whole milk
3/4 cup butter, divided
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 large egg yolk, room temperature
5-1/2 to 6 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups golden raisins
1-1/3 cups candied cherry halves
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) almond paste
1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg white
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine milk, 1/2 cup butter, sugar and salt. Cook over low heat until butter is melted; stir until smooth. Cool to lukewarm (110°-115°). , In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Stir in milk mixture, eggs and yolk. Gradually beat in 2 cups flour. Stir in raisins, cherries and orange zest. Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. , Place in a large greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-1/2 hours. , Punch down dough; divide into 12 portions. Shape each into a 6x4-in. oval. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. , For filling, crumble almond paste in a small bowl; stir in sugar and egg white until smooth. Divide filling into 12 portions; roll each into a 5-in. log. Flatten slightly; place off-center on each oval. Fold dough over filling; pinch edges to seal. Cover with a kitchen towel; let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes. , Preheat oven to 350°. Melt remaining butter; brush over each loaf. Bake until golden brown, about 20 minutes. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 66mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

gaming with najmul
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Don't bother with this recipe.


Khizer Ali
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This recipe is a fail.


anwar hosain
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I would not recommend this recipe.


Idris Ibrahim
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These loaves were a waste of time and ingredients.


FAUSTINA CHIDIOGO
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my loaves didn't turn out as good as the picture.


md bpbillal1
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I had some trouble finding almond extract, but I was able to substitute vanilla extract and it turned out fine.


Colleen Stallbaumer
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The loaves were a bit dry, but the flavor was good.


Nola Feller
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These loaves were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them.


Hanne Hoff
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I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Jea Abanyori
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Perfect for a summer picnic!


Antonia Rodriguez
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Delicious!


Milon Megh
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These loaves were so easy to make and they turned out so well! I love the combination of cherries and almonds. I will definitely be making these again.


Israel Polatchek
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I'm not a big fan of cherries, but I loved these loaves! The almond flavor was really strong and the streusel topping was amazing. I would definitely make these again.


Sun 5HD
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These loaves were delicious! I used fresh cherries from my backyard and they were perfect. The almond flavor was a nice touch and the streusel topping was the perfect finishing touch.


Max Clament
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I made these mini loaves for a bake sale and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. They were so easy to make and the results were amazing. I will definitely be making them again.


Afrim Hidri
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These cherry almond mini loaves were a hit with my family! The almond flavor was subtle and complemented the tart cherries perfectly. The loaves were moist and fluffy, and the streusel topping added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making these ag